Topband: Beverage grounds

[N1BUG]

I know this is a FAQ, sort of.  I've done some reading and 
am still not certain I have the right take on this.

I am installing Beverages in a rather restricted 
environment.  I am concerned about the feedpoint ground.  I 
have read that a single 4 to 5 foot ground rod is probably 
not adequate at the feed end of a Beverage.  I also read 
this may reduce output from the Beverage by a few dB.  If 
reduced output is the only penalty, would I not be able to 
compensate for this by using a bit more preamp gain?  (my 
receiver will need a preamp with Beverages anyway -- yes, 
I'm sure of it)

73
Paul N1BUG